Planning For Your Children

If you are a parent of a young child or children, having an estate plan in place is more important than ever. No one knows your child better than you do, and a proper estate plan should provide for his or her care and maintenance, ensuring that he or she will be properly cared for in your absence.

First, your will or trust can allow you to nominate a guardian for your child in the event of your untimely passing during their minority. When a court is determining who can serve as guardian of your child, the court would first look for any nomination contained in a will or other estate planning document. If no nomination has previously been made, Oklahoma statutes provide a list of persons who have priority to serve as guardian. By making the nomination in your will or trust, you can ensure that a person you know and trust is appointed to care for your child.

Second, in your will or trust you may name a trustee for your child and specifically provide for his or her education, care, support, and maintenance, until he or she reaches a certain age that you decide. In the event of your death, the children’s trust is created according to the terms of your will or trust. The appointed trustee receives the property and cares for it until your child reaches the age stated by the trust. When that time comes, the trustee will transfer property to your child outright.

Contact the experienced attorneys at The Crosthwait Law Firm to discuss your individualized estate plan, which provides for the care of your child or children.

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Testimonials

Testimonials

5.0/5.0 submitted on 08/29/17

Entire office staff is amazingly helpful. We were out of town and dealing with long distance estate issues was a challenge for us. Joe and his team were amazing, going well out of their way to ensure everything was handled smoothly and appropriately. They were truly the best experience with lawyers we have ever had. Highly recommend — and would always want them on my side!

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 09/12/17

I’ve worked with The Crosthwait Law Firm on multiple issues relating to trusts, estate planning and other miscellaneous civil issues and Joe Crosthwait, and his paralegal Holly Lane, have always rendered work product and legal advice that is comprehensive, knowledgeable and most importantly completed in a timely manner and competitively priced. I would recommend this firm to all of my friends and colleagues.

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 06/09/16

Mr. Crosthwait is an excellent attorney and has represented me on several occasions in which the case outcome was favorable to me each time. I recommend Joe and his law firm.

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 09/14/17

Aaron Arnall represented me during a divorce, a difficult time for anyone. He was efficient, worked quickly for my best interests and extremely responsive to my communication with him. I have referred multiple friends to him whom have all had similar experiences with his skill as an attorney. I highly recommend Aaron.

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 09/14/17

This law firm came highly recommended and did not disappoint.

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 09/14/17

Very straight to the point and honest which I greatly appreciated!

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 09/12/17

I would highly recommend Crosthwait Law for any of your needs. We used them specifically to set up a trust. Their office is always professional and goes above and beyond to be helpful. They are happy to answer any questions at any time and everyone we have worked with there – especially miss Holly, has made sure to make what can be a difficult or confusing process is easy and non stressful.

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 09/14/17

Mr. Arnall is an excellent attorney, and I would highly recommend him to anyone. His profound knowledge and prompt responses to any and all of my questions and concerns were commendable.

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 09/14/17

I have already referred Mr. Arnall and his firm to a few people. Mr. Arnall has done a great job with my case, and is always available to answer any questions you may have. Finding a good attorney for my case was so important because it involved my children. He and this firm are definitely people I trust to help make the best decisions possible. Not only are they trustworthy due to their work knowledge and ethic…they are trustworthy financially. Great firm, great people!

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 06/14/16

Excellent attorney that has proven to return favorable results in each of my cases. I would recommend Aaron and the Crosthwait Law Firm to anyone looking for depenable, knowledgeable attorneys practicing Family Law.

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0 submitted on 06/09/16

Aaron is very professional and courteous. Aaron was also made sure that I was taken care of and explained every step of the divorce process. He made a stressful time easier to endure.

Communication 5.0/5.0Responsiveness 5.0/5.0Quality of Service 5.0/5.0Value for Money 5.0/5.0

Joe Crosthwait is a man of exceptional character and integrity. I have complete trust in him and his staff. Always outstanding legal advice, service, and communication.

09/12/17

Excellent attorney that has proven to return favorable results in each of my cases. I would recommend Aaron and the Crosthwait Law Firm to anyone looking for dependable, knowledgeable attorneys practicing Family Law.

06/14/16

Great firm to work with.

06/10/16

I dealt with Aaron and Holly, they are very professional and courteous. Both seem to be very knowledgeable in their fields.

06/09/16

Top notch Law Firm with excellent representation. Would recommend retaining their services for anyone wanting favorable results.

The Crosthwait Law Firm A Professional Corporation is located in Midwest City, Oklahoma and serves clients in and around Oklahoma City, including Midwest City, Del City, Tinker Air Force Base, Choctaw, Nicoma Park, Spencer, Jones, Norman, Yukon, and El Reno. Practicing primarily in Oklahoma County, Cleveland County, Canadian County, Pottawatomie County and Lincoln County.

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